Randy Vern Jacobson, a 35-year-old white male, was last seen alive on October 15, 1984. His remains were discovered on June 18, 1985, buried beneath a chicken coop on a remote property in Wilseyville, California. This location was later identified as the site where serial killers Leonard Lake and Charles Ng committed a series of heinous crimes.
The investigation into Jacobson's disappearance led authorities to Lake and Ng's property, where they uncovered a bunker containing human
remains, personal belongings of missing individuals, and videotapes documenting acts of torture. Among the items found was Jacobson's bank card, which was in Lake's possession at the time of his arrest. The discovery of these items provided crucial evidence linking Lake and Ng to multiple murders, including that of Jacobson.
Leonard Lake was apprehended on June 2, 1985, during a routine shoplifting investigation. While in custody, he ingested a cyanide pill and died four days later. Charles Ng fled the country but was later captured in Canada and extradited to the United States. He was convicted on multiple counts of murder and sentenced to death.
The case of Randy Vern Jacobson stands as a tragic example of the brutal crimes committed by Lake and Ng, whose actions left a lasting impact on the communities affected by their violence.
